Engineering Specialist III - Gas Utilities

Cordoba Corporation; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 100,289,000 - 128,943,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k with employer match

Paid time off

Job summary

Cordoba Corporation in Portland, OR is seeking an Engineering Specialist III to support Energy-Gas sector projects. You will assemble and analyze data, monitor progress, and coordinate internal and external requirements to keep gas storage projects on track.

The role emphasizes data management, regulatory compliance, and cross‑department collaboration, with SAP, ArcGIS, and Microsoft Office proficiency as assets. Excellent analytical and project‑management skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Required: Two-year college degree or equivalent in a technical discipline
• Preferred: Knowledge of Gas utility piping systems, policies, and procedures
• Preferred: Experience reviewing construction drawings, abandonment and as-built information
• Preferred: Strong analytical and project management skills
• Preferred: Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines

Responsibilities

• Provide primary support and serve as coordinator in monitoring the progress of compliance projects and incorporate information from other departments in determining project status
• Manage large data sets; evaluate data and research irregularities for Gas utility operations
• Recommend changes to pipeline systems to facilitate Compliance Inspections
• Follow Federal guidelines while managing compliance work and meeting target dates
• Resolve problems independently and prioritize multiple assignments with attention to detail
• Research records for abandonment and as-built information
• Review completed construction and compliance documentation for accuracy
• Assure records are stored and meet retention requirements
• Monitor SAP for inspection compliance and provide ad hoc reports
• Review current workflow and processes to streamline or resolve issues
• Perform administrative duties related to contracts, regulatory inspections, regulatory filings, annual reporting, internal and external reports
• Maintain confidentiality and attention to detail

Skills

Analytical skills

Project management

Communication

Education

Two-year college degree

Tools

ArcGIS

Google Earth

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

Cordoba Corporation is a leading engineering and program management. We are seeking an Engineering Specialist III to join our Energy-Gas sector. The Engineering Specialist III will support and facilitate engineering activities for Utility Gas Storage projects by assembling and organizing data, analyzing information, and recommending action. This role will assist with multiple complex construction projects by facilitating internal and external process requirements. The Engineering Specialist III will monitor project progress and follow-up as needed to support Gas supply and engineering tasks.

Responsibilities

• Provide primary support and serve as coordinator in monitoring the progress of compliance projects and incorporate information from other departments in determining project status.
• Manage large data sets, evaluate data and research irregularities for Gas utility operations.
• Recommend changes to pipeline system to facilitate Compliance Inspections.
• Follow Federal guidelines while managing compliance work and meeting target dates.
• Resolve problems independently, take initiative and prioritize multiple assignments with attention to detail and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Research records for abandonment and as-built information.
• Review completed construction and compliance documentation for accuracy.
• Assure records are appropriately stored and meet retention requirements.
• Monitor SAP for inspection compliance and provide ad hoc reports, facilitate any necessary inspection requirements with stakeholders.
• Review current workflow and processes to look for opportunities to streamline or resolve issues.
• Perform administrative duties related to contracts, regulatory inspections, regulatory filings, annual reporting, internal and external reports.
• Maintain a high degree of confidentiality and attention to detail in performance of job tasks.

Qualifications

Required:

• Two-year college degree in a related technical discipline or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 3+ years of experience in project management and/or engineering support in Gas utility operations

Preferred:

• Knowledge and understanding of Gas utility piping systems, policies, and procedures
• Experience reviewing construction drawings, abandonment and as-built information
• Strong analytical and project management skills including the ability to identify needs, evaluate and present results
• Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple projects concurrently including effective time management and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and collaborate with stakeholders at all levels of the organization and across departments
• Experience using ArcGIS and/or Google Earth mapping software
• Experience using SAP software
• Proficiency using the Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, Project, Outlook, and Teams
• Strong verbal and written interpersonal communication skills

Pay Range: $35.00 - $45.00 per hour

Work Location: Onsite 5 days per week in the Portland, OR office

Visa Sponsorship: Legal authorization to work in the U.S.A. on a full-time basis without sponsorship

Physical Requirements: Ability to pass a pre-authorized physical including a drug-screening and background check

Our Company

Cordoba Corporation, Making a Difference

Cordoba Corporation is a nationally recognized civil engineering, construction management, program management, and planning firm. Our expertise spans diverse sectors, including education and facilities, transportation, water, and energy. Collaborating closely with our clients, we have successfully delivered complex and high-impact infrastructure projects across California.

National Recognition - Cordoba’s efforts have garnered national acclaim. Engineering News-Record (ENR) has consistently ranked us as a “top 100 construction management firm” and a “top 50 program management firm.” Additionally, ENR recognized Cordoba as a “top 100 design firm” in California in 2018. Our business model emphasizes efficiency, fostering a dynamic work environment. We approach projects with multifaceted strategies, ensuring successful outcomes.

Statewide Presence - With headquarters in Los Angeles, Cordoba maintains a strong statewide presence. Our offices extend to San Francisco, Sacramento, San Ramon, Chatsworth, Santa Ana, Ontario, and San Diego.

Enhancing Employee Well-Being

Benefits and Perks: We offer multiple medical and dental insurance plans, as well as vision insurance. Plans are subsidized for both employees and dependents with coverage effective the first month after hire. Additionally, Cordoba provides employees with paid AD&D and life insurance, a 401k with an industry leading employer match, generous vacation and sick leave accruals, 9 paid holidays, and other forms of paid time off. We also offer flexible spending accounts (FSA’s) including medical care reimbursement, dependent care reimbursement, and commuter benefit plans. Employees are also eligible for our employee assistance program and well-being benefits that include stress management, nutrition, and financial well-being.

Cordoba Corporation provides equal employment opportunities, promoting diversity and inclusion. We welcome applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.

Harassment-Free Workplace: We strictly prohibit workplace harassment based on any factor, including race, gender, sexual orientation, or disability. Cordoba is committed to fostering a healthy and happy lifestyle for our employees, both within and beyond the workplace.

For inquiries or accommodations, please contact our HR Department at: [phone].

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